1973 Midget build by ianjoub

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Ok, I chose a 7.5" ford rear end out of a broncoII. I need to narrow it 9". I found limited slip internals brand new for $204. I can have the custom axles made for $360/pair. I paid $100 for the rear end with u bolts, sway bar and end links, and both shocks still attached.... Looks like a bargain so far.

The big question: Will the Ford 7.5" hold up to the power? My guess is yes, only due to the lack of traction.

I also ordered the rear wheels and tires today. 13" x 7" wide wheels. 225/45-13 Toyo Proxes888 tires for the rear, 205/60-13 tires and stock wheels for the front....

Pics tomorrow.

3-8-2012

I will need to paint or powdercoat it after it is narrowed down.....

3-15-2012

I ordered the limited slip internals today:

http://www.latemodelrestoration.com/item/M4204C75/Mustang-75-28-Spline-traction-lok-Differential

I also changed my front tire order from 205/60-13 to a 185/60-13. They should fit the stock front wheels better.

3-19-2012

Ok, the tires arrived... well, 3 out of 4 anyway. 225/45-13 rear, 185/60-13 front. They are both smaller diameter than what is on there now, just a bunch wider/fatter